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Michael Le Pard (“Mr. Totalmotorcycle”) is the Founder of Total Motorcycle, the world’s largest motorcycle information site, trusted by over 430 million riders since 1999. With over 34 years of experience in motorcycles, gear and rider culture, he has built a global community dedicated to empowering and inspiring motorcyclists. Total Motorcycle remains his passion project. Combining expert research, hands‑on knowledge and a commitment to helping riders make informed decisions about bikes, gear and safety worldwide.

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Jerez MotoGP and WSBK Might Be Live Spain Says and Here is Why

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 11. Due to the ongoing crisis Dorna Sports CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta has outlined an agreement reached proposing two Grands Prix and a World Superbike round at Jerez, Spain in […]

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Sim Racing: VIRTUAL MotoGP CONTINUES AT MISANO THIS WEEKEND

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 11. Virtual MotoGP™ continues this weekend at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, where Team Suzuki Ecstar’s Joan Mir will be in action in the MotoGP class on his […]

2021 Scrambler Ducati of the future

2021 Scrambler Ducati of the Future Designer Wins Award

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 11 May 2020 – On the occasion of the presentation of the new Scrambler Ducati 1100 PRO, which took place in February 2020 at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, Ducati involved students […]

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TT Rider Ian Hutchinson Returns to the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family on BMW S1000RR

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. When the motor racing season resumes, a familiar face will make his comeback on the BMW S 1000 RR: Ian ‘Hutchy’ Hutchinson (GBR). The 16-time TT winner returns to the TAS Racing team, with […]

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BMW Welt Opening a New Chapter in Modern Events by Adding Digital Production

May 12, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. BMW Welt is a premium event location famous for always having the right customer offerings at the right time. And now it is expanding its event portfolio. BMW Welt is opening a new chapter in […]

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All Piaggio Group Production Facilities Open Worldwide

May 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

ALL GROUP PRODUCTION CENTRES AROUND THE WORLD ARE OPERATIONAL Milan, 11 May 2020 – All the production facilities of the Piaggio Group (PIA.MI) around the world have resumed operations after the shutdown due to the […]

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Sim Racing: BMW SIM 120 Cup race “More important than the prize money”

May 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. In the third BMW SIM 120 Cup race of the season on the virtual Nürburgring (GER), two more drivers secured their tickets to participate in the BMW SIM Live Event at the end of […]

Can Fashion and Safety Meet on a Motorcycle - TMW Review

Can Fashion and Safety Meet on a Motorcycle? – TMW Review

May 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Can Fashion and Safety Meet on a Motorcycle? We look into that question as Total Motorcycle reviews the Indigo Kevlar Motorcycle Riding Jean to evaluate quality, performance and durability, and style. The Indigo Riding Jean […]

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Sim Racing: Back-to-back Wins for BMW Maximilian Günther in ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge

May 10, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Having started the season with back-to-back wins, Maximilian Günther (GER) claimed another podium finish in race three of the ‘ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge’. The BMW i Andretti Motorsport driver came home […]

2020 URAL GearUp Sportsman SE

Guide to Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about URAL Motorcycle Custom Options

May 9, 2020 Michael Le Pard

PART ONE: BASIC PRICES EXPLAINED We have been receiving quite a bit of inquires about the differences in models and pricing for new Urals. Perhaps it has become a little tricky with the growing number […]

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Piaggio Group Q1 2020: World Economic Performance Instability

May 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Piaggio Group Chair and CEO Roberto Colaninno: “Despite the dreadful emergency created by the world pandemic, the Piaggio Group has successfully passed the first-quarter test and is investing in the future in terms of sustainable, […]

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Husqvarna Motorcycles to Start Motorcycle Test Rides Again

May 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

With the implementation of a new online booking system to husqvarna-motorcycles.com, the brand invites you to book your test ride on selected street and dual sport motorcycles and start riding again. Book a test rideis integrated […]

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Sim Racing: High Tech Sim Rigs Featuring Force Feedback, Direct Drive and Widescreens

May 8, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Munich. Just as a real racing driver needs a customised cockpit to be successful, the right hardware is also required in sim racing if you want to compete at the highest level. The range on […]

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Behind the Scenes with Team Suzuki Ecstar MotoGP with Fun Banter Video

May 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 6. Team Suzuki Ecstar MotoGP test rider Sylvain Guintoli put his stock road going GSX-R1000R to an intensive track day test pre-lockdown at Cadwell Park in the UK to […]

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MINI Canada Launching MINI Virtual Meetups Series of Community Events

May 7, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Richmond Hill, May 5, 2020. The community of friendship is more important today than it has ever been. Neighbours are helping neighbours, the young are helping the eldery, and we all send thoughts of gratitude to […]

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